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Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England

Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England

Saturday, 10 January 2026

Find out about the latest bird flu situation in England and guidance for bird keepers and the public....

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UK accelerates £200 million of funding for deployment to Ukraine as air defence support stepped up

UK accelerates £200 million of funding for deployment to Ukraine as air defence support stepped up

Friday, 09 January 2026

UK is now accelerating £200 million to equip UK Armed Forces with new kit to be ready to deploy as part of the Multinational Force for Ukraine....

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Historically Significant 18th Century Sculpture at risk of leaving the UK

Historically Significant 18th Century Sculpture at risk of leaving the UK

Friday, 09 January 2026

A temporary export bar has been placed on a historically significant 18th century bust of John Gordon of Invergordon by Edmé Bouchardon ...

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PM call with President Trump of the United States: 8 Jan 2026

PM call with President Trump of the United States: 8 Jan 2026

Thursday, 08 January 2026

The Prime Minister spoke to the President of the United States, Donald Trump, this afternoon....

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Border Force seizes over 250 endangered species

Border Force seizes over 250 endangered species

Thursday, 08 January 2026

Hundreds of endangered species seized in crackdown on international wildlife smuggling....

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Nirogacestat hydrobromide approved to treat desmoid tumours 

Nirogacestat hydrobromide approved to treat desmoid tumours 

Wednesday, 07 January 2026

As with any medicine, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of Nirogacestat hydrobromide under close review. ...

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Deputy PM David Lammy travels to Washington to kick off UK role in America's 250th celebrations

Deputy PM David Lammy travels to Washington to kick off UK role in America's 250th celebrations

Wednesday, 07 January 2026

The Deputy Prime Minister begins visit to Washington DC at the invitation of his counterpart, Vice President JD Vance, to mark America 250 celebration...

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PM remarks after Coalition of the Willing meeting: 6 January 2026

PM remarks after Coalition of the Willing meeting: 6 January 2026

Tuesday, 06 January 2026

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's remarks after the Coalition of the Willing meeting in Paris. ...

Thousands of lives to be saved under bold new Road Safety Strategy

Thousands of lives to be saved under bold new Road Safety Strategy

Tuesday, 06 January 2026

New road safety strategy shows that the government is listening and leading: together, we can build a safer future for all UK road users. ...

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Foreign Secretary Statement to the House on Venezuela

Foreign Secretary Statement to the House on Venezuela

Monday, 05 January 2026

Foreign Secretary statement to the House of Commons regarding Venezuela....

MHRA approves zapomeran (Kostaive) mRNA COVID 19 vaccine

MHRA approves zapomeran (Kostaive) mRNA COVID 19 vaccine

Friday, 02 January 2026

As with any medicine, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of zapomeran under close review....

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Richard Turfitt Awarded OBE for Services to Road Safety and Justice in New Year Honours

Richard Turfitt Awarded OBE for Services to Road Safety and Justice in New Year Honours

Friday, 02 January 2026

The Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain are delighted to acknowledge the appointment of Richard Turfitt as an Officer of the Order of the British ...

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Outstanding contributions to the UK recognised in His Majesty The King’s New Year 2026 Overseas and International Honours list

Outstanding contributions to the UK recognised in His Majesty The King’s New Year 2026 Overseas and International Honours list

Monday, 29 December 2025

The New Year Overseas Honours list recognises the outstanding contribution of British nationals abroad or internationally....

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New analysis shows Britain’s innovators are boosted by Horizon

New analysis shows Britain’s innovators are boosted by Horizon

Monday, 29 December 2025

Horizon research with UK involvement was more widely cited, as UK celebrates 2 years in Horizon Europe....

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PM call with President Trump of the United States, President Zelenskyy of Ukraine and European leaders: 28 December 2025

PM call with President Trump of the United States, President Zelenskyy of Ukraine and European leaders: 28 December 2025

Monday, 29 December 2025

The Prime Minister spoke with President Trump, President Zelenskyy and European leaders....

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The United Kingdom reaffirms its support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity, political independence, and unity of Somalia: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The United Kingdom reaffirms its support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity, political independence, and unity of Somalia: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 29 December 2025

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Somalia. ...

Statement on Israeli settlement expansion in the West Bank

Statement on Israeli settlement expansion in the West Bank

Wednesday, 24 December 2025

Joint statement condemning the approval by the Israeli security cabinet of 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank....

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The UK stands firmly with the people of Venezuela in their pursuit of a democratic future: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK stands firmly with the people of Venezuela in their pursuit of a democratic future: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Statement by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Venezuela....

We call on Iran to urgently lift its restrictions and fully cooperate with the IAEA: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We call on Iran to urgently lift its restrictions and fully cooperate with the IAEA: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Statement by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Iran....

This resolution authorises AUSSOM to continue its essential role in strengthening stability and security in Somalia: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

This resolution authorises AUSSOM to continue its essential role in strengthening stability and security in Somalia: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Explanation of Vote by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Somalia....

Elections under the current circumstances in Myanmar risk provoking further violence: UK statement on Myanmar

Elections under the current circumstances in Myanmar risk provoking further violence: UK statement on Myanmar

Monday, 22 December 2025

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, on Myanmar....

Citizens’ Rights Specialised Committee meeting, 18 December 2025: joint statement

Citizens’ Rights Specialised Committee meeting, 18 December 2025: joint statement

Monday, 22 December 2025

The UK government and European Commission gave a joint statement following the 17th meeting of the Specialised Committee on Citizens’ Rights....

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The warring parties must end the bloodshed in Sudan: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The warring parties must end the bloodshed in Sudan: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 22 December 2025

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Sudan. ...

Libya’s political deadlock continues to deny its people the democratic choice, economic opportunity, and security they deserve: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Libya’s political deadlock continues to deny its people the democratic choice, economic opportunity, and security they deserve: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 19 December 2025

Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on Libya....

Foreign Secretary Remarks at the Greek MFA

Foreign Secretary Remarks at the Greek MFA

Friday, 19 December 2025

Speaking alongside her Greek counterpart,  George Gerapetritis, and whilst being hosted by the Government of Greece, the Foreign Secretary delivered t...

The UK strongly condemns the recent coup in Guinea Bissau and the attempted coup in Benin: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK strongly condemns the recent coup in Guinea Bissau and the attempted coup in Benin: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 19 December 2025

Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on West Africa and the Sahel....

UK sanctions perpetrators of violence against civilians across Syria

UK sanctions perpetrators of violence against civilians across Syria

Friday, 19 December 2025

Individuals and organisations linked to violence against civilians throughout Syria are today sanctioned by the UK as it continues to pursue those res...

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Dr Christian Turner CMG appointed as His Majesty’s Ambassador to the United States of America

Dr Christian Turner CMG appointed as His Majesty’s Ambassador to the United States of America

Thursday, 18 December 2025

The UK has today confirmed the appointment of Dr Christian Turner CMG to be the next British Ambassador to the United States of America....

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The UN has a vital role to play in supporting Syria as it enters the second year of its political transition: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UN has a vital role to play in supporting Syria as it enters the second year of its political transition: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 18 December 2025

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria. ...

Joint Statement from the Troika Capitals on South Sudan

Joint Statement from the Troika Capitals on South Sudan

Thursday, 18 December 2025

The Governments of Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States have issued a joint statement on the deteriorating situation in South Sudan....

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